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Whether or not your child performed as well as you'd hoped on the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR), Mathnasium will give them the personalized instruction they need to begin achieving their full potential in math.
Mathnasium believes that most students can learn and master math. Our specially trained tutors provide face-to-face instruction in an interactive and nurturing group environment to help each student achieve higher scores on the STAAR math test.
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The Mathnasium Method™
Mathnasium's STAAR math tutors use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach based on personalized learning plans and proven teaching techniques, to help students close their knowledge gaps, expand their mathematical thinking, and build the skills they need to excel on the exam.
A Method That Gets Results
94%
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding
90%
of students saw an improvement in their school grades
93%
of parents report their child’s improved attitude towards math after attending Mathnasium
Students can choose to attend their Mathnasium sessions in person or online. Our live, face-to-face online sessions are led by the same tutors you would meet at your nearest learning center.
STAAR, or the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, is an annual standardized testing program in Texas that measures students' understanding and application of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) in core subjects: mathematics, reading language arts (RLA), science, and social studies.
Students in Texas from grades 3 through 8 and high school participate in STAAR assessments.
Students in Texas typically take the STAAR math test in the spring.
STAAR test scores serve to evaluate the students’ mastery of core subjects. In Texas, STAAR scores, including math scores, can affect the students’:
School Grades and Transfers: Scores contribute to school accountability ratings and may affect students' ability to transfer between schools.
Promotion and Support: They determine if students meet grade-level standards, affecting promotion to the next grade and identifying those needing extra support.
Individual Progress: Detailed score reports assist parents and educators in monitoring each student's academic strengths and areas needing improvement.
Yes. Mathnasium’s specially trained tutors help students prepare for the STAAR math test.
We begin with a diagnostic assessment to identify each student’s current skill level and areas for growth. Using those insights, we create personalized learning plans that align with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and build mastery level by level.
During sessions, tutors reinforce classroom learning, introduce upcoming concepts, and incorporate helpful test-taking strategies. Because we teach math in a way that makes sense and encourage questions in a caring and group environment, students develop the understanding and confidence they need to approach the STAAR exam with success.
No, Mathnasium is a math-only learning center. Our tutors prepare students for a variety of K-12 math classes and tests, including the STAAR.
We help students in Texas from elementary through high school prepare for STAAR math. That includes grades 3 through 8 as well as high school students who take end of course (EOC) exams in Algebra and other tested subjects.
Our diagnostic assessment shows us where each student stands relative to their current grade. From there, we follow a personalized learning plan that may review earlier material, strengthen on-grade skills, and preview upcoming topics.
We focus on the exact math concepts your student will see on their grade-level STAAR test. That typically includes:
Number sense and operations
Fractions and decimals
Ratios and proportional reasoning
Algebraic expressions and equations
Geometry and measurement
Data analysis and probability
During the assessment, we identify which of these areas need the most attention for your child. Then we build a personalized learning plan that strengthens earlier skills and reinforces the current grade’s TEKS standards.
Mathnasium’s STAAR math tutors employ the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach designed to help students truly understand and enjoy math. The Mathnasium Method™ comprises:
Personalized Assessment and Learning Plans: We begin by assessing each student’s current skill level, identifying strengths and addressing specific knowledge gaps required for the STAAR.
Building on Existing Knowledge: Our personalized learning plans build upon what the student already knows, helping them bridge their knowledge gaps and gradually expand their mathematical thinking.
Math That Makes Sense: We teach math in a way that makes sense to the student, employing a range of mental, visual, verbal, tactile, and written techniques in a supportive and engaging learning environment.
We reduce test anxiety by building math confidence through consistent progress, not pressure. Students work in a calm, supportive group environment where mistakes are treated as part of learning.
Tutors also coach students on test-taking strategies and help them feel prepared, focused, and in control on test day.
No, there is no difference between our in-center and online STAAR math tutoring. Our live, face-to-face online sessions are even led by the same tutors you would meet at your closest Mathnasium Learning Center.
To start their Mathnasium journey, students take a diagnostic assessment which allows us to identify their math knowledge gaps and strengths.
We use the assessment-based insights to create a personalized learning plan that will put your student on the best path towards achieving success on the STAAR test.
We recommend starting STAAR math tutoring well before the spring test window so your student has time to truly learn and practice each concept. Many families begin in the fall or early winter, which allows us to:
Identify and close gaps from previous grades
Reinforce the current year’s TEKS standards
Reduce test-day stress through repeated practice
Even if you start closer to the exam, we can still focus on high-priority topics. Your local Center Director can suggest how many weekly sessions will best support your student’s goals.
Yes. We regularly work with students who are retaking the STAAR math test. The first step is to remove the sense of failure and replace it with a clear, hopeful plan.
We review previous score reports when available, conduct our own assessment, and identify the specific concepts that caused trouble the first time. Then we design a personalized learning plan that fills those gaps and rebuilds confidence.
Along the way, tutors use caring guidance, celebrate progress, and show students that they can understand and succeed with STAAR math.
Usually, we recommend 2 to 3 math tutoring sessions per week. However, our tutors may suggest a different frequency of sessions based on each student’s specific goals and needs.
We recommend starting the STAAR math tutoring early to allow the student enough time to learn and master the math concepts they'll face on the test.
Enrolling your student at Mathnasium is as easy as one-two-three:
Find a location. Reach out to your nearest learning center, even if your student will be learning online.
Schedule an assessment. Our diagnostic skills assessment helps us create a customized learning plan for your student.
Book your sessions. Your local Center Director can guide you and your student in setting up a tutoring schedule.
When my kids leave their sessions, they can explain the concepts they learned as if they were telling a story.
Mathnasium individualizes instruction to meet each student’s needs, ensuring that it challenges them without causing frustration.
Mathnasium is a wonderful program. The instructors are not only brilliant, but very kind human beings who genuinely care about the development of their students.
